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Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum
Mentorship and other resources for entrepreneurs
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Indigenous women and gender-diverse people can get support in business, management, and entrepreneurship skills from peer mentorship and business resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in peer mentorship and navigation programs to enhance business, management, and entrepreneurship skills.
- Accessing business resources and support networks dedicated to Indigenous women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs.
- Engagement in skill-building activities for strengthening entrepreneurial capacity.
- Networking with other Indigenous entrepreneurs through organized conferences and ongoing community initiatives.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by Indigenous women
- Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by gender-diverse Indigenous people
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Access the Application Form
- Visit the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) website.
- Locate the #BeTheDrum Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program section.
- Click on the "Application In English" button to access the online intake form.
- Step 2: Complete the Online Intake Form
- Fill out all required fields in the intake form with accurate information.
- Provide details about your background, business interests, and relevant personal or professional information as requested.
- Step 3: Submit the Application
- Review your information for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit the completed intake form online through the NWAC website.
- Step 4: Seek Additional Support (Optional)
- If you require assistance with the application process, contact one of the program's mentors for support.
Additional information
- The #BeTheDrum program offers peer mentorship to support ongoing entrepreneurial development.
- Participants gain access to a range of business resources and networking opportunities through program features such as the Women's Business Directory and "Entrepreneur of the Month" recognition.
- The program is made possible through financial support from the Government of Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum Program
What is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
Indigenous women and gender-diverse people can get support in business, management, and entrepreneurship skills from peer mentorship and business resources.
Who is eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program?
To be eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program, you must:
Open to Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Open to gender-diverse Indigenous individuals in business
What expenses are eligible under Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
Participation in peer mentorship and navigation programs to enhance business, management, and entrepreneurship skills.
Accessing business resources and support networks dedicated to Indigenous women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs.
Engagement in skill-building activities for strengthening entrepreneurial capacity.
Networking with other Indigenous entrepreneurs through organized conferences and ongoing community initiatives.
Who can I contact for more information about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
You can contact Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC).
Where is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum available?
The Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program is available across Canada.
Is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum is funded by Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC)